Evaluating performance of real ad-hoc networks using AODV with hello message mechanism for maintaining local connectivity

Abstract

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Mobile ad-hoc network(MANET) technology is an essential piece in the path towards a ubiquitous Internet. MANET routing protocol parameter configuration should be further analyzed since it may significantly impact network performance. In this paper, weperform tests in realMANET environments using the Ad-hoc On-demand Distance Vector (AODV)routingprotocol.Westudytheinfluenceoftheprotocol, the implementation and a set of AODV link maintainance mechanisms parameter values on network performance, suggestingthatusageofdifferentsettingsfromthoseproposedby default increase reactivity after topology changes with small impact on bandwidth and power consumption in a set of scenarios.

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